Top 5 Seoul Private Tours

Seoul is a fascinating city where you can see different sites : ancient ones and modern ones. The capital overflows with cultural and historical treasures as much as contemporary places that will satisfy the tastes of every tourist. That is why OneDay Korea elaborated several Seoul Private Tours to make your stay in Seoul memorable.

You can customize these Seoul Private Tours depending on your wishes. Every tour is accompanied by one of our expert guide who will make you live an unique experience of Seoul! Look at out top 5 of our Seoul Private Tours and create the perfect trip to discover Seoul!

1.Old and New Seoul Tour

You will visit emblematic places of this contrasting city between traditions and modernity. Among the big buildings, ancient palaces of the Joseon dynasty appear. Gyeongbokgung palace is the main palace of Seoul and the only one to have a changing of guard in traditional costumes. It is the largest palace of the city and presents beautiful pavilions.

Likewise, Changdeokgung palace is smaller but very charming and has a secret garden boasting a gigantic tree that is over 300 years old.

Besides, you can visit the presidential house called “The Blue House” or you can stride across the traditional streets of the Buckchon village. Furthermore, the Jogyesa Temple will give you a peaceful time admiring the beautiful colors painted on the monument. It welcomes the famous statue of Seokgamoni.

Finally why not going to the N Seoul Tower, giving the best panoramic views of the city. You will be in the highest point of Seoul, and you will be able to see thousands of padlocks and love notes which decorate the Roof Terraces. Add your own love padlock to symbolize your love!

2.Best Seoul Night View Tour

Enjoy a colorful night in the capital! Choose the places you would like to see and OneDay Korea will be happy to create your own Seoul Night Tour.

Seeing the N Seoul Tower at night is a must-do activity with all these lights reflecting on the tower. You can relax and have the best view of Seoul.

The Dongdaemun Design Plaza will give you the modern touch of your night tour. It holds various exhibitions, fashion shows, international and national events that you can attend while enjoying the unique architecture.

If you want more bright views, the Banpo Bridge Fountain will be perfect to complete your Seoul Night Tour. This bridge is the world’s longest bridge fountain and is illuminated by 200 lights during the nights from April to October.

You can also choose to go on a cruise on the Han river or walk along the Cheonggyecheon stream.

3.Hanbok Photo shoot Tour

This tour in Seoul is one the most authentic half-day trip of our Seoul Private Tours. Go back to the past by wearing the traditional clothes called Hanbok and get a professional photo shoot of this unique experience! Choose the Hanbok you want to wear and walk inside the Royal Palace and a traditional village.

4.Bukhansan Mountain Hiking and Dragon Hill Spa Tour

Hiking is a popular activity among Koreans. This tour will bring you to the Bukhansan Mountain, 78.45km wide, in the north of Seoul. Getting there, you will enjoy a wonderful panorama of the capital. You can also see the Bukhansanseong Fortress surrounded by a 8,500 meters of wall, built to stop foreign invasions.

After hiking, it is time to relax in a Korean spa. Korean spas are called Jjimjilbang in Korean, you can relax in hot tubs, showers, saunas and get a massage!

5.Seoul Secret City Walk Tour

This tour will make you discover the hidden places of Seoul.

You can start the tour by going to the Dongdaemun Design Plaza, unique place that will make you feel like you are in another planet.

Then, you can have a walk in The Independent Park, made in memory of Korean soldiers who died protecting the Gyeongbokgung palace from the Japanese invasion. Besides, you can visit the Seoul City Wall Museum or walk along the Fortress Wall which follows the hills of the four main mountains surrounding the center of Seoul. From there, you can enjoy a remarkable view of the capital and these mountains.

For lovers of art, the Ihwa Mural Village is a great surprise. This area is the heart of street art. You can see unique paintings in every corner of the district.

Moreover, you can have a break in a traditional tea house, which was owned by a famous Korean writer. Just relax and drink tea enjoying the charming atmosphere.

If you want to take more advantage of Korean environment, the Secret Valley or the Mountain temple are peaceful places and will be perfect to complete your tour.

This article was an introduction of 5 of One Day Korea Tours in Seoul. You can check out our different private tours on our website OneDay Korea. Do not hesitate to contact us for any question, we will be happy to reply and create the best itinerary for you 🙂